Name: Fresh Tomato and Basil Penne
Ingredients: 1 Tbsp + 1 tsp olive oil; 3 Tbsp fresh red onion (trimmed and diced 1/4"); 1 clove garlic (peeled and minced); 1.5 lb fresh tomatoes (cored and diced 1/4"); 1/4 tsp kosher salt; 1/4 tsp ground black pepper; 4 cups whole grain penne (cooked al dente); 2 Tbsp fresh basil leaves (thinly sliced)

Fresh Tomato and Basil Penne

Whole-grain pasta tossed with fresh tomatoes, red onions, garlic, and basil.

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Servings 1 cup portions

Ingredients

1 Tbsp + 1 tsp olive oil
3 Tbsp fresh red onion trimmed and diced 1/4"
1 clove garlic peeled and minced
1.5 lb fresh tomatoes cored and diced 1/4"
1/4 tsp kosher salt
1/4 tsp ground black pepper
4 cups whole grain penne cooked al dente
2 Tbsp fresh basil leaves thinly sliced

Instructions

In large saute pan or stockpot over medium-high heat, heat oil. Add onion and garlic. Saute until onion is translucent, 3 to 5 minutes.
Add tomato, salt, and pepper. Cook until heated through.
Add cooked pasta and basil. Toss to mix. Cook until heated through. Serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 170kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 380mgFiber: 5g

Course Entrees

Cuisine Plant Forward

Keyword easy, vegetarian

Note: Since everyone’s health history and nutritional needs are so different, please make sure that you talk with your doctor and a registered dietitian to get advice about the diet and exercise plan that‘s right for you.

Fresh Tomato and Basil Penne